_New Jersey Immigration Attorney Counsels on Citizenship

_The status of citizen of the United States is coveted throughout the world. The right to live freely within the most prosperous nation on Earth and to help relatives to immigrate here as well is a cherished opportunity afforded to very few who desire it. Edwin R. Rubin, Attorney at Law understands how fervently clients long to live the American dream. For more than 30 years, I have helped lawful U.S. residents complete the requirements to become full citizens of the United States.

East Brunswick attorney helps establish birthright citizenshipThe U.S. Constitution sets the requirement that any person serving as President or Vice-President of the United States must be a “natural-born citizen,” but does not define the term. The 14th Amendment declares, “All persons born…in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens….” But is “born in the United States” the complete definition of “natural-born”? Not according to Title 8 U.S. Code § 1401, which lists several circumstances under which children born outside the United States are nevertheless "citizens of the United States at birth:"

Anyone born outside the United States, both of whose parents are U.S. citizens, as long as one parent has lived in the United States

Anyone born outside the United States, if one parent is a citizen and lived in the United States for at least one year and the other parent is a U.S. national

Anyone born in a U.S. possession, if one parent is a citizen and lived in the United States for at least one year

Anyone found in the United States under the age of five, whose parentage cannot be determined, as long as proof of non-citizenship is not provided by age 21

Anyone born outside the United States, if one parent is an alien and as long as the other parent is a U.S. citizen who lived in the United States for at least five years (with military and diplomatic service included in this time)

A person born before 5/24/1934 of an alien father and a U.S. citizen mother who has lived in the United States

Each of these conditions creates an opportunity for a person to establish birthright citizenship, provided the circumstances can be precisely documented. I can assist in gathering the crucial facts to make a compelling case for birthright citizenship.

New Jersey immigration lawyer assists with naturalizationA lawfully-admitted permanent U.S. resident can apply for citizenship through the naturalization process starting at age 18, provided other conditions are met. I can assist you in preparing your application and advancing step-by-step through the naturalization process.

The question of "good moral character" in naturalization casesIn order to be considered for citizenship, a permanent resident must demonstrate “good moral character.” While this does not require a showing of extraordinary virtue, it is a heavily-weighted factor, and even a minor brush with the law can be a major impediment. I understand how the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services interprets “good moral character,” and can present your story in the best possible light. I am also experienced at having criminal records expunged, and can often accomplish that before the application process begins. With Edwin R. Rubin, Attorney at Law supporting your citizenship application, you know you have a reliable legal team behind you.Contact a diligent and dependable New Jersey citizen application attorney To schedule an appointment with Edwin R. Rubin, Attorney at Law in my East Brunswick office, call me at 973.735.2730 or contact my office online.